… Enjoy a morning walk exploring the trees at the Garden. Each month, we will visit a different section of the Garden and learn about the trees unique to that area. Dress for the weather. Mark Zampardo, Ph.D., horticulture educator Meet at Visitor Center …
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… Petals of many flowers reflect ultraviolet light that we cannot see. Flower colors evolved for the benefit of insects. They are created by light reflecting from pigments rather than …
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… online and in person throughout the state of Illinois. To find a course near you, please visit the Local Master Gardener Programs information page. For information on other training dates and sites, check the University of Illinois Extension … online and in person throughout the state of Illinois. To find a course near you, please visit the Local Master Gardener Programs information page. For information on other training …
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… will be held at Chicago Botanic Garden on November 12, 2012. The application deadline to sit for this examination is October 29, 2012. For more information about The American Society for Horticultural Science and the ASHS Certified Horticulturist Program, and to download an application, please visit www.ashs.org . …
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… Enjoy a morning walk to explore the trees at the Garden. Each month, we will visit a different section of the Garden and learn about the trees unique to that area. Dress for the weather. Mark Zampardo, Ph.D., horticulture educator Meet at Visitor Center …
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… on two topics dear to me: American’s national parks (I just planned a Grand Canyon/Arches trip for June!), and the power of nature to improve mental health. The latter article cites scientific … I am not alone in believing that people live better, healthier lives when they create, care for, and enjoy gardens . Millions of people tend backyard or container gardens, or keep plants in … seed catalogues or gardening books , and plan your summer garden . If you take a vacation, visit the local botanic garden . Dream of the tropics at the Orchid Show at the Chicago …
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… learn about our magnificent Illinois native plants and the wildlife that depend on them. Dress for the weather. Carly Zoladz, labeling coordinator, Chicago Botanic Garden Meet at Carillion …
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… Borrowing Members of the Chicago Botanic Garden may borrow eight books, DVDs, or videos for 28 days. Renewing Books, DVDs, and videos may be renewed one time in person, by phone at … be returned to the Lenhardt Library of the Chicago Botanic Garden. A bookdrop is available for after-hours returns. Interlibrary Loan Circulating items are made available for interlibrary … item. Computer Printouts Computer printouts are 20 cents per page. The first 10 printouts are free. Fees apply at 11 pages and over. Lost Materials Nonreturned items are charged the …
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… Lenhardt Library Collections General Collection The general collection is for staff, members, and visitors and contains books and journals on subjects such as botany, … e-books. Youth Collection The youth collection supports early literacy and contains books for toddlers through young adults. The books support story time, summer reading, and drop-in library programs. Educational toys, games, and puzzles are for use in the library. More than 1,000 items—including board books and foreign-language books in …
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… to help dad relax and take a break outside. Here’s a list of Father’s Day gift ideas and tips for outdoors lovers and garden fans. Give him a break: Chore coupons make a great gift for little ones to give. Download and print or send to you dad (or grandpa, or a neighbor … older dads to get back into the garden with ergonomic tools and a promise for a future visit to the Garden’s Buehler Enabling Garden , which makes gardening accessible for all. …
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